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PROSPECTUS

M.A.

International Studies

2017-19

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Vision

Promoting international understanding through quality education

Mission

To inculcate spirit of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' (the world is one family)

To contribute towards knowledge generation and dissemination

To promote ethical and value-based learning

To foster the spirit of national development

To inculcate cross cultural sensitization

To develop global competencies amongst students

To nurture creativity and encourage entrepreneurship

To enhance employability and contribute to human resource development

To promote health and wellness amongst students, staff & community

To instill sensitivity amongst the youth towards the community and environment

To produce thought provoking leaders for the society

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Significance of International Studies

The process of globalization, particularly in the 21st century, has ushered in an unprecedented inter-

connectivity of countries around the world through the movement of people, goods, capital, and

through linkages of ideas and cultures. Contrary to popular belief, this global connectivity is not

restricted to the realm of trade and economics alone, it encompasses and deeply influences the

cultural, environmental, legal, political and social dimensions of societies all over the world, thus,

bringing forth opportunities and challenges alike. The discipline of International Studies (IS) positions

itself at the cross-roads where the dominant cultural, economic, political and social issues that

exercise an influence on the national, regional and international agenda converge. A Master’s

programme in International Studies encourages students to relate theoretical concepts to specific,

relevant world issues and challenges in international affairs today.

Director's Message

For the country the size of India, there are a very few quality private

institutions which allow for independent creative thinking on how foreign

policy needs to be conducted. SSIS is a new addition to the Symbiosis family

and is poised to be at the forefront of research and education. With its area

study focus, the school will provide widespread opportunity for research,

consultancy, policy framing as well as post graduate teaching.

Through innovative high-quality work, SSIS may not only seek to inform the

populous and the policy making agencies, but with its ambition to assemble a critical mass of experts

with their methodological skills, the school promises to shape well trained scholar-analysts in their

ambition to study, understand, discuss, debate and relate to the contemporary global scenario. At the

heart of contemporary international politics are new challenges to enduring problems. Increasing

concerns such as poverty, terrorism, conflict, human rights, economic development, health and the

global environment, make the study of global affairs a unique and exciting challenge. The SSIS unfolds

the opportunity to examine and critically evaluate such issues of the contemporary world. I welcome

you to an institute which is constantly preparing for the new and unfolding realities of international

life.

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Overview of the M.A. (International Studies) programme

The M.A. (International Studies) programme offered by SSIS seeks to equip students with knowledge

and skills pertinent to address the 21st century global challenges. While engaging with topics on

peace, conflict, justice, rights, development, global commons, environment, cooperation, governance,

diplomacy and so on, the emphasis is on developing critical thinking to come up with tangible

alternatives to address the unresolved issues. The holistic nature of courses offered under the M.A.

(International Studies) programme provides students with the lens to critically examine analyse and

understand contemporary issues based on a multi-disciplinary approach.

The specialization offered under the course on Area Studies fosters scholarship of the region informed

by a deeper understanding of an interconnected and interdependent world. The choice of regions

offered includes -Europe/North America and Asia. The students are also offered a choice of foreign

language as part of Area Studies course (Arabic/ French/ Spanish/ Chinese). For the choice of both the

region and the foreign language to take off, there has to be a minimum enrolment ratio.

The curriculum includes mandatory internship in the third semester that prepares students for careers

with CSOs, NGOs, international organizations, think tanks, civil services, media, academia,

consultancies and financial institutions.

Our faculty members are a good blend of prominent academicians, active researchers and

practitioners, attesting to the belief that the best pedagogy comes from a mix of theory and praxis.

The students benefit from the contributions of different types of practitioners of international

relations, whether they are from diplomacy, the corporates, the think-tanks or international

organisations.

The diverse background of both the faculty and the postgraduate students makes for a cosmopolitan

and enriching environment.

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Application Guide for entry in academic year 2017 - 19

Online Registration Link: http://ezapp.ishinfo.com/SSIS/Register/Index.aspx

Please read this Application Guide to entry in 2017-19 carefully to ensure that you provide the correct

documents and information.

For any further queries do write in to - admissions@ssispune.edu.in with the subject line Admission

2017-19 Query.

Kindly also note the Admission related contact numbers -

Telephone: 020 - 66861231, 66861230, 66861229

Mobile No.: 09075022773

Office Hours- 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (except on Sundays and Holidays)

Who can apply

Under Graduates in any discipline who have scored a minimum of 50% aggregate marks at final

qualifying examination (45% for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe) at graduation level are eligible

to apply for this course.

Students appearing for final year examinations can apply but their admission will be subject to

obtaining a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC / ST categories) at qualifying examination.

The University policy reserves the following seats per programme within the sanctioned intake:

a. SC: 15%

b. ST: 7.5%

c. Physically Handicapped: 3%

Over and above the sanctioned intake:

Kashmiri Migrants: 2 seats per programme; International Students: 15%

Further details pertaining to eligibility, refund rules, educational loans, etc. can be accessed from

http://www.ssispune.edu.in/admissions

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When to apply

The Symbiosis School of International Studies uses application deadlines and you need to ensure that

your application and all supporting documents (if required), are received by 12 noon Indian Standard

Time on the deadline date for your application to be considered.

After you apply

Symbiosis School of International Studies (SSIS) will authenticate the payment details and will send you

an email confirming the payment for SSISPG 2017.

If you have submitted a complete application in time for the deadline, comprising all required

supporting materials (if required) and payment of the application fee, the school will assess your

application and notify you of the outcome of this assessment.

If you are shortlisted you will be required to appear for an entrance test – PI/WAT.

The standard application deadlines for entry in academic programme of 2017 – 19 are as follows:

Activity Date 1 February 8, 2017 – Wednesday Online Registration starts

2 May 28, 2017 – Sunday Last date for Online Registration

3 May 31, 2017 – Wednesday Last date for receiving registration fee

4 June 02, 2017 – Friday List of students for PI-WAT

5 June 12, 2017 – June 16, 2017, Monday – Friday Date for PI-WAT

6 June 23, 2017 – Friday First Merit List

7 July 03, 2017 – Monday Last Date for 1st Merit list payments

8 July 05, 2017 – Tuesday Second Merit List

9 July 10, 2017 – Monday Last Date for 2nd Merit list payments

10 July 12, 2017 – Wednesday Commencement of the M.A. Programme

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International Students

Symbiosis Centre for International Education (SCIE) handles all subject matters relating to admissions

of International Students to the constituent institutes of Symbiosis International University.

Categories listed under International Students Admissions are as follows:

Foreign National (FN):

A student is eligible to apply as a Foreign National (FN) if he/she holds a foreign passport.

Person of Indian Origin (PIO):

A student is eligible to apply as a Person of Indian Origin (PIO) if he/she has a PIO card and is a citizen

of a country other than India.

Non Resident Indian (NRI):

(At Postgraduate Level)

A student is eligible to apply as a Non Resident Indian (NRI) if he/she has appeared either for the 10+2

examination (equivalent to the Indian 12th) or Graduation outside India. It is mandatory for one of the

two qualifying examinations to be given outside India.

International students are able to apply online and need only come to India when his/her application is

shortlisted for the chosen programme. The application procedure consists of 15 simple steps; it begins

with a basic eligibility check of important documents to be submitted and concludes with the final

payment confirming admission.

For detailed information and online registration, please visit www.scie.ac.in

International Initiatives:

Tel. : +91 20 25652444 (Ext: 260 / 267)

Fax. : +91 20 25673854

Email: int.initiatives@symbiosis.ac.in

Payments:

Tel. : +91 20 25652444 (Ext: 266)

Tel.: +91 20 25671905 (Ext: 506)

Fax: +91 20 25673854

Email: paymentqueries@scie.ac.in

Symbiosis Centre for International Education

(SCIE)

Senapati Bapat Road, Pune – 411004

Maharashtra, India.

Tel. : +91 20 25671905

Fax : +91 20 25659209 E-mail : intadmissions@symbiosis.ac.in

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Programme Structure

1. OBJECTIVE To acquire a sound understanding of new challenges, problems,

threats, and oppo1unities in a wide range of domains that falls

under the remit of International Relations. This includes

international economics (trade, investment, finance),

international law, defence and security (traditional and non-

traditional), and regional and global governance.

To inculcate knowledge and skills that will allow students to link

theory with praxis

To develop analytical and critical-thinking skills for academic

research.

2. DURATION 2 years full-time

3. INTAKE 30 students

4. RESERVATION Within the sanctioned intake:

1. Scheduled Castes: 15%

2. Scheduled Tribes: 7.5%

3. Differently abled: 3%

Over and above the sanctioned intake:

Kashmiri Migrants: 2 seats per programme

International Students: 15%

5. ELIGIBILITY Candidate should be a graduate from any statutory university

with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ ST) at graduation

level.

6. SELECTION

PROCEDURE

Indian Students

Writing Ability Test/ Personal Interview.

Good academic record and previous work experience will be

given a preference.

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International Students: As per procedure prescribed by

Symbiosis Centre for International Education (SCIE)

7. MEDIUM OF

INSTRUCTION

English

8. PROGRAM

PATTERN

4 Semesters

9. COURSES &

SPECIALIZATION

Detailed below

10 FEE Applicable for programme 2016-2018

Indian students

Academic fee per annum

INR 2,50,000.00

Institute deposit – INR 10,000.00

Total: INR 2,60,000.00

International students

Academic fee per annum:

INR 3,75,000.00

Institute deposit- INR 10,000.00

Total: INR 3,85,000.00

11. ASSESSMENT All internal courses will have 100% component as internal

evaluation at the institute level. All external courses will

have 60% internal component and 40% component as

external [University] examination.

12. STANDARD OF

PASSING

The assessment of the student for each examination is

done, based on relative performance. Maximum Grade

Point (GP) is 10 corresponding to O (Outstanding). For all

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courses, a student is required to pass both internal and

external examination separately with a minimum Grade

Point of 4 corresponding to Grade P. Students securing less

than 40% absolute marks in each head of passing will be

declared FAIL. The University awards a degree to the

student who has achieved a minimum CGPA of 4 out of

maximum of 10 CGPA for the programme.

13. AWARD OF

CERTIFICATE

Master of Arts (International Studies)

will be awarded at the end of semester IV examination by

taking into consideration the performance of all semester

examinations after obtaining minimum 4.00 CGPA out of 10

CGPA.

Examination and Evaluation Pattern of the University Choice Based Credit System (CBCS)

Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) System for Academic Programs:

All Programs of University shall follow the total credits as recommended by Board of Studies and

approved by the Academic Council and will adhere to the distribution of continuous evaluation and

term end examination prescribed in the approved Programme structure.

Over & above, mandatory 1 credit is allotted to Integrated Disaster Management course which is

evaluated but not included in calculation of GPA.

Calculation of Grade point

The grade points corresponding to nine grades will be as follows:

LETTER GRADE PROPORTION GRADE POINT

O (Outstanding) Top 3% 10

A+ (Excellent) 12% 9

A (Very Good) 21% 8

B+ (Good) 28% 7

B (Above Average) 21% 6

C (Average) 12% 5

P (Pass) Bottom 3% 4

F (Fail) 0

AB (Absent) 0

Relative grading: The grading of students will be done based on the relative performance of the

students compared to the class.

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• Continuous Assessment, Term-end examination and Practical (if any) will be separate heads of

passing.

• Passing in a course means securing 40% of absolute marks in each of the heads.

• Separate grade points will be calculated for continuous and term-end examinations and the

weighted average of both will be the grade point for the course.

Re-evaluation: In case of re-evaluation, the scores obtained will be fitted as per original range of

marks of the grades.

Standard of passing: A student has to pass both internal and external examination separately i.e.,

obtains minimum GP of 4.00. A GP less than 4.00 will be treated as grade F (fail).

A student will be awarded the degree only if he/she has a CGPA of minimum 4.00 on the completion of

Programme and has cleared Integrated Disaster Management Programme.

Further details can be accessed on: http://www.ssispune.edu.in/academics

Programme Structure

M.A. (Master of Arts)-International Studies 2017- 19

Semester I

Catalog Course Code

Course Code Course Title Credits Internal Marks

External Marks

Total Marks

T6466 060441101 International Relations: an Overview

4 120 80 200

T6462 060441102 Diplomacy and International Governance

4 120 80 200

T6463 060441103 Global Political Economy

4 120 80 200

T6465 060441104 International Organizations

4 120 80 200

T6464 060441105 International Communication

4 120 80 200

T2225 060441106 Research Methodology

2 60 40 100

Total

22

660

440

1100

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Semester II

Catalog Course Code

Course Code Course Title Credits Internal Marks

External Marks

Total Marks

T6472 060441201 International Security

4 120 80 200

T6469 060441202 Human Rights and Peace Studies

4 120 80 200

T6471 060441203 International Negotiations and Conflict Resolution

4 120 80 200

T6470 060441204 International Law

4 120 80 200

Choose any one from 060441205 and 060441206

T6605 060441205 Area Studies - Europe & North America- I

4 120 80 200

T6606 060441206 Area Studies Asia -I

4 120 80 200

Choose any one

T6594 060441207 French I 4 120 80 200

T6595 060441208 Spanish I 4 120 80 200

T6592 060441209 Arabic I 4 120 80 200

T6593 060441210 Chinese I 4 120 80 200

T4005 060441211 * Integrated Disaster Management

- - - Letter Grade

Total 24 720 480 1200

**Note: For the course “Area Studies” available regional electives are “Europe & North America-I” and “Asia- I”. The available foreign language electives are “Foreign Language -French I” and “Foreign Language -Spanish I” for region “Europe & North America -I”; “Foreign Language -Chinese I” and “Foreign Language -Arabic I” are offered for the region “Asia- I”. Students will have to choose any one combination of region and the respective foreign language. Electives chosen in semester I are to be continued in semester II.

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Semester III

Catalog Course Code

Course Code Course title Credits Internal Marks

External Marks

Total marks

T2920 060441301 Internship 12 360 240 600

T2790 060441302 Advanced Research Methods

2 60 40 100

T6468 060441303 Global Common Goods

4 120 80 200

Choose any one from 060441304 and 060441305

T6607 060441304

Area Studies - Europe & North America- II

4 120 80 200

T6608 060441305

Area Studies Asia -II

4 120 80 200

Choose any one

T6598 060441306 French II 4 120 80 200

T6599 060441307 Spanish II 4 120 80 200

T6596 060441308 Arabic II 4 120 80 200

T6597 060441309 Chinese II 4 120 80 200

Total 26 780 520 1300

**Note: For the course “Area Studies” available regional electives are “Europe & North America -II” and “Asia- II”. The available foreign language electives are “Foreign Language -French II” and “Foreign Language -Spanish II” for region “Europe & North America- I”; “Foreign Language -Chinese II” and “Foreign Language -Arabic II” are offered for the region “Asia -II”. Electives chosen in semester I are to be continued in semester II , for both the region and foreign languages electives.

Semester IV

Catalog Course Code

Course Code Course title Credits Internal Marks

External Marks

Total marks

060441401 Dissertation 8 400 - 400

Total 8 400 - 400

Summary

Semester Internal Credits External Credits Total credits Total Marks

Semester I - 22 22 1100

Semester II* - 24 24 1200

Semester III - 26 26 1300

Semester IV 8 - 8 400

Total 8 72 80 4000

* Integrated Disaster Management is mandatory for the award of degree.

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Pedagogy

Faculty is encouraged to employ a number of methods of instruction. Consistent with the University's

quality assurance and enhancement practices, each method is designed to ensure that the students

derive maximum benefit from the lectures and seminars, and that they use the self - study time to its

full advantage.

Given the diversity of the subject, the programme is taught through a mixed pedagogical approach,

combining exposure to both IR theory and praxis. Emphasis is laid on hands-on training in the workings

of contemporary diplomacy and international negotiations through simulations, case studies and audio

visuals. The courses are designed to nurture critical analysis skills (written and oral), soft skills,

intercultural skills and e- competencies in the students to enable them to play professional,

constructive or leadership roles at the national, regional and international level.

The pedagogy is by lecture/seminar format, small group work, and simulations as appropriate. For

each course, the formal lectures are intended to provide students with – right from an introduction to

a particular theme or topic, to making them aware of main issues through a structured summary of the

current state of debate on a topic, and to provide them with navigation points through the main

literature. The seminar format is intended to provide students with the opportunity to engage in

discussion with other students and with the course convenor for a structured discussion of substantive

issues.

Students are encouraged to work both independently, and as part of a group. Independent study is

vital to develop research skills: for the preparation of essays, book reviews and the final year

dissertation. All of this written work is designed to help hone the skills necessary to filter complex

arguments and issues to their essential elements, and to express your own critical ideas succinctly,

clearly, and in an organised manner. Students are also encouraged to work independently on

presentations to develop oral communication skills. This helps to develop the ability to organise and to

think quickly about complex issues, and to develop skills necessary for reasoned argumentation.

Students are also encouraged to work in groups for simulation projects to develop skills necessary for

cooperation in group project work, as well as to develop leadership qualities.

The programme also allows students to manage an online research portal, Indian Review of Global

Affairs, which will become a base of mid-to-long range policy- relevant issues and challenges. This will

further hone skills and encourage the participation of youth in new age research via the use of new

media such as podcasts, photo-essays/ photo- journalism, interviews and video- series.

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Prospects

The programme through its interdisciplinary flavour will provide students with the knowledge and

expertise they need to pursue careers with international organizations, regional organizations,

corporate houses, corporate foundations, private organizations, government, NGOs, or media. It also

facilitates career progression into research roles in policy think tanks, risk analysis organizations or

doctoral programmes.

Internships: 2016-18 batch

Institute of Chinese Studies, New Delhi

Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses, New Delhi

Centre for Air Power Studies, New Delhi

Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry, New Delhi

Delhi Policy Group, New Delhi

UNESCO- Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Education for Peace and Sustainable Development, New Delhi

Asian Confluence, Shillong

Centre for Environment Education, Pune

Kirloskar Brothers Ltd., Pune

Indian-Ocean Rim Association, Mauritius

Persistent Foundation, Pune

Shyama Prasad Mookerjee Foundation (BJP Think Tank), Delhi

Centre for Science and Environment , Delhi

WISCOMP, Delhi

Global Nomadic, Bali

Pitney Bowes, Pune

Grant Thornton India, Pune

Accommodation

The Symbiosis School of International Studies will provide hostel facility to the students. However, the

seats are limited in number and hostel seats are allotted on first come- first serve basis. In case you are

unable to reserve a seat in the hostel, the SSIS office can also help you with accommodation choices

around the Viman Nagar Campus.

Further information is available on - http://www.ssispune.edu.in/infrastructure

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Event Snapshots from 2016-17

International Relations Conference (IRC) 2016- India and

the Indian Ocean: Sustainability, Security and

Development

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SSIS Study Tour

Interaction with Brig. (Retd.) Arun Sehgal,

Delhi Policy Group

Interaction with Mr. Siddharth Birla, (Former-President, FICCI)

Interaction with Mr. Yuri Afanasiev,

UN Resident Coordinator and UNDP Resident Representative in India

Interaction with Mr. Abel Caine, Senior

Project Officer, UNESCO- MGIEP

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Know Your University Tour

-visit to Afro Asian Cultural Museum

Mastering the art of chopsticks

- Chinese Language Group

Students’ Ethnic Day

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Contact Us

Symbiosis School of International Studies (SSIS)

Survey No. 227, 3rd floor,

Symbiosis Vimannagar New Campus,

(Opposite Pune International Airport),

Viman Nagar , Pune - 411 014.

Maharashtra, India.

info@ssispune.edu.in

Telephone: +91 20 6686 1230/1231.

Mobile No.: +91 9075022773.

Work Hours: 9:00 AM- 5:00 PM (Except on Sundays and Holidays)

Admission related contact numbers -

Telephone: 020 - 66861231, 66861230, 66861229 E-mail id - admissions@ssispune.edu.in